Vienna-based fortepiano specialist brings his instrument and expertise to CSULB. The residency offers an in-depth exploration of this historical instrument through a series of four public events in the Gerald R. Daniel Recital Hall, starting with an introductory lecture-demonstration on the fortepiano, the primary instrument for Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert, and concludes with a solo recital on Friday evening, February 17. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn about the instrument of the First Viennese School.
Schedule
All events are FREE and open to the public
February 15, 2023 3:00pm | Daniel Recital Hall
I. Lecture-Demonstration "The Classical Fortepiano"
An introduction to the sound world of the fortepiano and its significant impact on Classical-era music. Topics of discussion include: piano evolution, technical aspects of fortepianos, expected performance practice during the Classical era and historical tuning.
February 17, 2023 3:00pm | Daniel Recital Hall
II. Discourse in Mozart and Haydn’s Piano Works
Discussion about how the rhetorical nature of Mozart and Haydn’s keyboard works reflects the Age of Enlightenment’s philosophical approach to discourse and how the unique characteristics of the Viennese fortepiano make it the ideal vessel for this expression.
February 17, 2023 4:15pm | Daniel Recital Hall
III. Cultivating Your Ethos
Students are encouraged to expand their musicianship and artistry by taking a philosophical approach to music-making and thinking from the perspective of their musical/cultural era of interest.
February 17, 2023 7:30pm | Daniel Recital Hall
IV. Daniel Adam Maltz Guest Artist Fortepiano Recital
Daniel Adam Maltz is a fortepianist based in Vienna, Austria. He specializes in the First Viennese School: Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert.
He made his Carnegie Hall (Weill) debut at age 22 and has 50+ tour dates per year as a sought-after soloist, chamber musician, and clinician. Daniel studied historical performance at the Royal Academy of Music in London and the Universität für Musik und darstellende Kunst in Vienna. He refined his command of historical practices through private study with Andreas Staier and Ingomar Rainer.
Daniel is devoted to performing on Viennese fortepianos—utilizing the vast range of tones and colors familiar to the composers. He brings his expertise in the Viennese sound, culture, philosophies, and performance practices of the Classical era to his interpretations.
He also enjoys the 18th-century practice of leading orchestras in concerto and symphony performances from the keyboard, acting not as a modern conductor, but as a leader from within the ensemble.
Daniel hosts Classical Cake, the podcast about Viennese classical music and culture.
